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Linear potentiometer delivers 10 million cycle life
By Gina Roos
Source: Embedded.com

Posted: 01/18/2007
Rating: 3 (Good!)

Grass Valley, Calif. — Spectrum Sensors and Controls offers a linear potentiometer with a 0.5-inch diameter and 2.5-inch length. Featuring ball rod ends, the linear potentiometer may be used in aerospace applications including as an aircraft actuator sensor.

The linear potentiometer provides a rotational life of 10 million cycles with an output smoothness of 0.1% maximum. It offers an electrical stroke of 1.50-inch in length and an independent linearity of +1% with a passivated stainless steel housing. The potentiometer features infinite resolution and 24 AWG lead wires (60 inches in length). Using a co-molded conductive plastic element for a hard smooth surface and greater long-term reliability compared to raised circuit element potentiometers, the termination and resistance materials are simultaneously molded with the base substrate. Click the link for more information about the company's linear potentiometers.

The linear potentiometer is priced at $125 and higher, depending on quantities and configurations.

Spectrum Sensors and Controls Inc., 1-530-273-4608, www.specsensors.com


 

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